Quintana Roo · Mexico

Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen is the bohemian heart of the Riviera Maya, famous for its pedestrian Quinta Avenida, relaxed international atmosphere, and proximity to cenotes and archaeological sites. It is the preferred destination for expats and digital nomads.

  • 2active listings
  • 5neighborhoods with prices
  • 22municipalities in Quintana Roo
Price per m² (sale)
$32k–$68k
Est. annual appreciation
+6% to +11% per year
2-bed apartment rent / month
$13k–$34k

Market

The real estate market

A dynamic real estate market with high demand for boutique condos, homes in gated communities, and tourist investment properties. Sustainable and uniquely designed developments appreciate strongly.

Excellent investment potential in vacation properties, boutique hotels, concept restaurants, and services for the expat community. Steady growth supports appreciation.

Growth in sustainable and experiential tourism, high demand for premium services, and opportunities in wellness and boutique hospitality.

Investment opportunities

Listings

Properties in Playa del Carmen

Oceanfront Condo in Quinta del Sol, Puerto Aventuras
For sale

$850,000

Apartment

3 bd2 ba212.72 m²

Oceanfront Condo in Quinta del Sol, Puerto Aventuras

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

House for Sale in Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya
For sale

MX$2,650,000

House

3 bd2.5 ba97 m²

House for Sale in Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen, Solidaridad, Quintana Roo

Market reference: sample properties, not yet available for direct contact here.

La Esencia del Lujo y El Diseño Contemporáneo en El Corazón de Playa del Carmen.
For sale

$253,792

Apartment

42 m²

La Esencia del Lujo y El Diseño Contemporáneo en El Corazón de Playa del Carmen.

Zazil Ha, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Departamento en Venta en Playa del Carmen
For sale

MX$5,290,000

Apartment

2 bd2 ba87 m²

Departamento en Venta en Playa del Carmen

Luis Donaldo Colosio, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Casa en Venta en Playa del Carmen de 3 Habitaciones con Alberca Privada
For sale

MX$5,469,997

House

3 bd3 ba162 m²

Casa en Venta en Playa del Carmen de 3 Habitaciones con Alberca Privada

Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Departamento Amueblado en 3er Piso, con Alberca y Áreas Recreativas, en Venta
For sale

MX$1,350,000

Apartment

2 bd1 ba54 m²

Departamento Amueblado en 3er Piso, con Alberca y Áreas Recreativas, en Venta

Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Explore

Property types in Playa del Carmen

Prices

Price by neighborhood

Estimated sale price range per m² in each neighborhood (colonia).

NeighborhoodSale price / m²
Quinta Avenida / CentroUSD, vacation rentals$45,000 – $75,000
Playacar$42,000 – $72,000
Coco Beach$38,000 – $62,000
Zona Corasol$35,000 – $58,000
Ejido (zona interior)$22,000 – $36,000

Estimated values, for guidance only — not an appraisal. 2025–2026 figures based on public market information.

Location

Playa del Carmen in Quintana Roo

Overview

Country
Mexico
Property types
Houses, apartments, land
Recommended investment
Residential and commercial

Living here

Living in Playa del Carmen

01

Infrastructure

Boutique tourism infrastructure with the Quinta Avenida shopping strip, international restaurants, wellness centers, international schools, and specialized health services.

02

Lifestyle

A relaxed beach lifestyle with a cosmopolitan atmosphere, international cuisine, eco-tourism activities, unique cenotes, and a vibrant international community.

03

Connectivity

Nearby Cozumel airport, ferry to Cozumel, direct highway to Cancún and Tulum, and easy access to archaeological sites such as Chichén Itzá.